Kurzbeschreibung
This textbook is a unique interactive learning tool in which the power of EXCEL(r) spreadsheet technology is applied to make plain the fundamentals of Basis Set Theory in Atomic and Molecular Orbital calculations. For a complete understanding, the material covered in the book should be used together with the spreadsheet calculations on the CD ROM. In addition, because of the integrated combination of theory with actual working examples on the CD ROM, the reader will be able to apply advanced features available in the EXCEL(r) spreadsheet package to other applications in Chemistry, Physics and a variety of disciplines that require the solution of differential equations.
Key subject areas covered include: Basis Set theory Atomic Orbital theory Linear Combination of Atomic Orbitals - Molecular Orbital theory The methodology of modern Computational Chemistry Spreadsheet applications in Theoretical and Physical Chemistry and Physics
The CD Rom: Contains over 100 fully interactive EXCEL(r) files Is a learning aid to consult during study of the topics in the text Contains material with enormous potential and versatility
Computational Quantum Chemistry is a valuable companion for instructors, course designers and students. It is suitable for direct applications in practical courses in theoretical chemistry and atomic physics as well as for teaching advanced features of EXCEL(r) in IT courses.
Charles Martin Quinn is Professor of Chemistry at the National University of Ireland, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, Ireland. Professor Quinn is known for his early work on interfacial phenomena, for the development of Angular Dispersive Photoelectron Spectroscopy and for the Spherical Shell Technique, which, in recent years, has been applied widely in Qualitative Molecular Orbital theory and Group Theory.
Synopsis
Computational Quantum Chemistry removes much of the mystery of modern computer programs for molecular orbital calculations by showing how to develop Excel spreadsheets to perform model calculations and investigate the properties of basis sets. Using the book together with the CD-ROM provides a unique interactive learning tool. In addition, because of the integration of theory with working examples on the CD-ROM, the reader can apply advanced features available in the spreadsheet to other applications in chemistry, physics, and a variety of disciplines that require the solution of differential equations. This book and CD-ROM makes a valuable companion for instructors, course designers, and students. It is suitable for direct applications in practical courses in theoretical chemistry and atomic physics, as well as for teaching advanced features of Excel in IT courses.